CHAPTER
I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Regulation
1
Definitions
For the purpose of this annex the following definitions apply.
1.
Regulations means regulations contained in the annex to the Convention.
2.
Approved means approved by the Party in accordance with the regulations.
3.
Skipper means the person having command of a fishing vessel.
4.
Officer means a member of the crew, other than the skipper, designated as such by national law or regulations or, in the absence of such designation, by collective agreement or custom.
5.
Officer in charge of a navigational watch means an officer qualified in accordance with regulation II/2 or II/4 of this Convention.
6.
Engineer officer means an officer qualified in accordance with regulation II/5 of this Convention.
7.
Chief engineer officer means the senior engineer officer responsible for the mechanical propulsion and operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical installations of the vessel.
8.
Second engineer officer means the engineer officer next in rank to the chief engineer officer and upon whom the responsibility for the mechanical propulsion and the operation and maintenance of the mechanical and electrical installations of the vessel will fall in the event of the incapacity of the chief engineer officer.
9.
Radio operator means a person holding an appropriate certificate issued or recognized by an Administration under the provisions of the Radio Regulations.
10.
Radio Regulations means the Radio Regulations annexed to, or regarded as being annexed to, the most recent International Telecommunication Convention which may be in force at any time.
12.
1993 Torremolinos Protocol means the Torremolinos Protocol of 1993 relating to the Torremolinos International Convention for the Safety of Fishing Vessels, 1977.
13.
Propulsion power means the total maximum continuous rated output power in kilowatts of all the vessel's main propulsion machinery which appears on the vessel’s certificate of registry or other official document.
14.
Limited waters means those waters in the vicinity of a Party as defined by its Administration within which a degree of safety is considered to exist which enables the standards of qualification and certification for skippers and officers of fishing vessels to be set at a lower level than for service outside the defined limits. In determining the extent of limited waters the Administration shall take into consideration the guidelines developed by the Organization.1
15.
Unlimited waters means waters beyond limited waters.
16.
Length (L) shall be taken as 96% of the total length on a waterline at 85% of the least moulded depth measured from the keel line, or as the length from the foreside of the stem to the axis of the rudder stock on that waterline, if that be greater. In vessels designed with rake of keel the waterline on which this length is measured shall be parallel to the designed waterline.
17.
Moulded depth is the vertical distance measured from the keel line to the top of the working deck beam at side.
Regulation
2
Application
The Administration of a Party, if it considers it unreasonable or impracticable to apply the full requirements of regulations II/3, II/4 and II/5 and the requirement of the use of English language to personnel serving on board a fishing vessel of less than 45 metres in length operating exclusively from its ports and fishing within its limited waters, may determine which of these regulations should not apply, wholly or in part, to such personnel, without derogation from the principles of safety in the Convention. In such a case, the Administration concerned shall report to the Secretary-General on the details of the measures it has taken with respect to the training and certification of such personnel.
Regulation
3
Certificates and endorsements
1.Certificates for fishing vessel personnel shall only be issued if the requirements for service, age, medical fitness, training, qualification and examinations are met in accordance with these regulations.
2.A certificate issued by a Party in compliance with paragraph 1 shall be endorsed by that Party attesting the issue of that certificate in the form as prescribed in appendix 1 or appendix 2.
3.Certificates and endorsements shall be issued in the official language or languages of the issuing country. If the language used is not English, the text shall include a translation into that language.
4.In respect of radio operators, Parties may:
.1include the additional knowledge required by regulation II/6 in the examination for the issue of a certificate complying with the Radio Regulations; or
.2issue a separate certificate indicating that the holder has the additional knowledge required by regulation II/6.
5.The Administration which has recognized a certificate issued by or under the authority of another Party in compliance with regulation 7 shall issue an endorsement attesting the recognition of that certificate in the form prescribed in appendix 3.
6.The endorsement shall expire as soon as the certificate endorsed expires or is withdrawn, suspended or cancelled by the Party which issued it and, in any case, not more than five years after the date of issue.
7.Any appropriate certificate issued under the provisions of the
1978 STCW Convention, for the holder to serve as a Chief Engineer Officer, an Engineer Officer or Radio Operator, shall be deemed to be a corresponding certificate for the purposes of paragraph 1 with regard to fishing vessels.
8.Subject to the variations permitted under appendices 1, 2 and 3, Administrations may use a format different from the format given in those appendices provided that such format contains, as a minimum, the required information and that the particulars are inserted in Roman characters and Arabic figures.
Regulation
4
Control procedures
1.Control exercised by a duly authorized officer under
article 8 shall be limited to the following:
2.In the event that deficiencies are found under paragraph 1, the officer carrying out the control shall forthwith inform, in writing, the skipper of the vessel and the Administration, so that appropriate action may be taken. Such notification shall specify the details of the deficiencies found and the grounds on which the Party determines that these deficiencies pose a danger to persons, property or the environment.
3.Deficiencies which may be deemed to pose a danger to persons, property or the environment include the following:
.1failure of persons, required to hold a certificate, to have an appropriate certificate or dispensation;
.2failure of navigational or engineering watch arrangements to conform to the requirements specified for the vessel by the Administration;
.3absence in a watch of a person qualified to operate equipment essential to safe navigation, safety radiocommunications or the prevention of pollution; or
.4inability to provide rested persons for the first watch at the commencement of a voyage, and for subsequent relieving watches.
Regulation
5
Communication of information
1.The Secretary-General shall, on request, provide Parties with any information communicated to him under
article 4.
2.A Party which fails to communicate information required by
article 4 within twenty-four months after the date of entry into force of the Convention for a Party shall not be entitled to claim the privileges of this Convention until such time as the information has been received by the Secretary-General.
Regulation
6
Administration of certification arrangements
1.Each Party undertakes to establish and maintain a means of ensuring that programmes incorporating such instruction and practical training as is necessary to achieve the competency standards are regularly monitored to ensure their effectiveness.
2.Each Party undertakes, to the extent practicable, to maintain a register or registers of all certificates and endorsements specified in regulations 3 and II/1 to II/6 which are issued, have expired, or have been revalidated, reported lost, suspended or cancelled, and of dispensations issued, and provide information on the status of such certificates, endorsements and dispensations when so requested by another Party.
Regulation
7
Recognition of certificates
1.Each Administration shall ensure, in order to recognize, by endorsement in accordance with regulation 3, a certificate issued by or under the authority of another Party, that the requirements for standards of competence, as well as the issue and endorsement of certificates by that Party, are fully complied with.
2.Certificates issued by or under the authority of a non-Party shall not be recognized.
3.Notwithstanding the requirement of paragraph 1 of this regulation and paragraph 5 of regulation 3, an Administration may, if circumstances require, allow a person to serve for a period not exceeding three months on board a vessel entitled to fly its flag while holding an appropriate and valid certificate issued by another Party without it being endorsed as required by paragraph 5 of regulation 3 provided that documented proof is made available that application for an endorsement has been submitted to the Administration.
Regulation
8
Transitional provisions
1.A certificate of competency or of service in a capacity for which this Convention requires a certificate and which before entry into force of the Convention for a Party is issued in accordance with the laws of that Party or the Radio Regulations, shall be recognized as valid for service after entry into force of the Convention for that Party.
2.After the entry into force of the Convention for a Party, it may continue to issue certificates of competency in accordance with its previous practices for a period not exceeding five years. Such certificates shall be recognized as valid for the purpose of the Convention. During this transitional period such certificates shall be issued only to persons who had commenced their sea service before entry into force of the Convention for that Party within the specific ship department to which those certificates relate. The Party shall ensure that all other candidates for certification shall be examined and certificated in accordance with the Convention.
3.A Party may, within two years after entry into force of the Convention for that Party, issue a certificate of service to fishing vessel personnel who hold neither an appropriate certificate under the Convention nor a certificate of competency issued under its laws before entry into force of the Convention for that Party but who have:
.1served in the capacity for which they seek a certificate of service for not less than three years at sea within the last seven years preceding entry into force of the Convention for that Party;
.2produced evidence that they have performed that service satisfactorily; and
.3satisfied the Party as to medical fitness, including eyesight and hearing, taking into account their age at the time of application.
For the purpose of the Convention, a certificate of service issued under this paragraph shall be regarded as the equivalent of a certificate issued under the Convention.
Regulation
9
Dispensation
1.In circumstances of exceptional necessity, an Administration, if in its opinion this will not cause danger to persons, property or the environment, may issue a dispensation permitting a person to serve in a specified fishing vessel for a specified period not exceeding six months in a capacity, other than that of the radio operator, except as provided by the relevant Radio Regulations, for which the person does not hold the appropriate certificate, provided that the person to whom the dispensation is issued shall be adequately qualified to fill the vacant post in a safe manner, to the satisfaction of the Administration.
2.Any dispensation granted for a post shall be granted only to a person properly certificated to fill the post immediately below it. Where certification of the post below is not required by the Convention, a dispensation may be issued to a person whose competence and experience are, in the opinion of the Administration, clearly equivalent to the requirements for the post to be filled, provided that, if such a person holds no appropriate certificate, the person shall be required to pass a test accepted by the Administration as demonstrating that such a dispensation may safely be issued. In addition, the Administration shall ensure that the post in question is filled by the holder of an appropriate certificate as soon as possible.
3.Each Party shall as soon as possible after 1 January each year send a report to the Secretary-General giving information of the total number of dispensations in respect of each capacity for which a certificate is required, including nil returns.
Regulation
10
Equivalents
1.The Convention shall not prevent a Party from retaining or adopting other educational and training arrangements, including those involving seagoing service and shipboard organization especially adapted to technical developments and to special types of vessels, provided that the level of seagoing service, knowledge and efficiency as regards navigational and technical handling of vessels ensures a degree of safety at sea and has a preventive effect as regards pollution at least equivalent to the requirements of the Convention.
2.Details of such arrangements shall be included in the report under
article 4.
CHAPTER
II
CERTIFICATION OF SKIPPERS, OFFICERS, ENGINEER OFFICERS AND RADIO OPERATORS
Regulation
1
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of skippers on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in unlimited waters
Appendix to regulation 1
Minimum knowledge required for certification of skippers on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in unlimited waters
1.The syllabus given below is compiled for examination of candidates for certification as skippers on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in unlimited waters. Bearing in mind that the skipper has ultimate responsibility for the safety of the vessel and its crew at all times including during fishing operations, examination in these subjects shall be designed to test that the candidate has assimilated properly all available information that affects the safety of the vessel and its crew in accordance with the syllabus.
2.Navigation and position determination
2.1Voyage planning and navigation for all conditions:
.1by acceptable methods of determining ocean tracks;
.2within restricted waters;
.3where applicable, in ice;
.4in restricted visibility;
.5where applicable, in traffic separation schemes; and
.6in areas affected by tides or currents.
2.2Position determination:
.1by celestial observations;
.2by terrestrial observations, including the ability to use bearings from landmarks and aids to navigation such as lighthouses, beacons and buoys in conjunction with appropriate charts, notices to mariners and other publications to assess the accuracy of the resulting position fix; and
.3by using, to the satisfaction of the Party, modern ship electronic navigational aids as provided in fishing vessels, with specific reference to knowledge of their operating principles, limitations, sources of error, detection of misrepresentation of information and methods of correction to obtain accurate position fixing.
3.Watchkeeping
3.1Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, especially annexes II and IV concerned with safe navigation.
3.2Demonstrate knowledge of Basic Principles to be Observed in Keeping a Navigational Watch as prescribed in chapter IV.
4.Radar navigation
4.1Demonstrate, using a radar simulator or, when not available, manoeuvring board, knowledge of the fundamentals of radar and ability in the operation and use of radar, and in the interpretation and analysis of information obtained from the equipment,
2 including the following:
.1factors affecting performance and accuracy;
.2setting up and maintaining displays;
.3detection of misrepresentation of information, false echoes, sea return;
.4range and bearing;
.5identification of critical echoes;
.6course and speed of other ships;
.7time and distance of closest approach of crossing, meeting or overtaking ships;
.8detecting course and speed changes of other ships;
.9effect of changes in own vessel's course or speed or both; and
.10application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.
5.Magnetic and gyro-compasses
6.Meteorology and oceanography
6.1Knowledge of meteorological instruments and their application.
6.2Ability to apply meteorological information available.
6.3Knowledge of characteristics of various weather systems, including, at the discretion of the Party, tropical revolving storms and avoidance of storm centres and the dangerous quadrants.
6.4Knowledge of weather conditions, such as fog, liable to endanger the vessel.
6.5Ability to use appropriate navigational publications on tides and currents.
6.6Ability to calculate times and heights of high and low water and estimate the direction and rate of tidal streams.
7.Fishing vessel manoeuvring and handling
7.1Manoeuvring and handling of a fishing vessel in all conditions, including the following:
.1berthing, unberthing and anchor work under various conditions of wind and tide;
.2manoeuvring in shallow water;
.3management and handling of fishing vessels in heavy weather, including appropriate speed, particularly in following and quartering seas, assisting a ship or aircraft in distress, means of keeping an unmanageable vessel out of a sea trough and lessening drift;
.4manoeuvring the vessel during fishing operations, with special regard to factors which could adversely affect the vessel's safety during such operations;
.5precautions in manoeuvring for launching rescue boats or survival craft in bad weather;
.6methods of taking on board survivors from rescue boats or survival craft;
.7where applicable, practical measures to be taken when navigating in ice, icebergs or conditions of ice accretion on board the vessel;
.8the use of, and manoeuvring in, traffic separation schemes;
.9the importance of navigating at reduced speed to avoid damage caused by own vessel's bow or stern wave;
.10transferring fish at sea to factory ships or other vessels; and
.11refuelling at sea.
8.Fishing vessel construction and stability
8.1General knowledge of the principal structural members of a vessel and the proper names of the various parts.
8.2Knowledge of the theories and factors affecting trim and stability and measures necessary to preserve safe trim and stability.
8.3Demonstrate ability to use stability data, stability and trim tables and pre-calculated operating conditions.
8.4Knowledge of effects of free surfaces and ice accretion, where applicable.
8.5Knowledge of effects of water on deck.
8.6Knowledge of the significance of weathertight and watertight integrity.
9.Catch handling and stowage
9.1The stowage and securing of the catch on board vessels, including fishing gear.
9.2Loading and discharging operations, with special regard to heeling moments from gear and catch.
10.Fishing vessel power plants
10.1Operating principles of marine power plants in fishing vessels.
10.2Vessel’s auxiliary machinery.
10.3General knowledge of marine engineering terms.
11.Fire prevention and fire-fighting appliances
11.1Organization of fire drills.
11.2Classes and chemistry of fire.
11.3Fire-fighting systems.
11.4Participation in an approved fire-fighting course.
11.5Knowledge of provisions concerning fire-fighting equipment.
12.Emergency procedures
12.1Precautions when beaching a vessel.
12.2Action to be taken prior to, and after, grounding.
12.3Action to be taken when the gear becomes fast to the ground or other obstruction.
12.4Floating a grounded vessel, with and without assistance.
12.5Action to be taken following a collision.
12.6Temporary plugging of leaks.
12.7Measures for the protection and safety of crew in emergencies.
12.8Limiting damage and salving the vessel following a fire or explosion.
12.9Abandoning ship.
12.10Emergency steering, rigging and use of jury steering and the means of rigging a jury rudder, where practicable.
12.11Rescuing persons from a ship in distress or from a wreck.
12.12Man-overboard procedures.
12.13Towing and being towed.
15.English language
Adequate knowledge of the English language enabling the skipper to use charts and other nautical publications, to understand meteorological information and measures concerning the vessel's safety and operation, and to communicate with other ships or coast stations. Ability to understand and use the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases.
16.Communications
16.1General knowledge of the principles and basic factors necessary for the safe and efficient use of all sub-systems and equipment required by the global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS).
16.2Knowledge of navigational and meteorological warning systems and the selection of the appropriate communication services.
16.3Knowledge of the adverse effect of misuse of such communication equipment.
16.4Where the Party has examined candidates in these subjects at lower levels of certification, they may have the option of not re-examining in these subjects.
16.5Ability to transmit and receive signals by Morse light and to use the International Code of Signals.
17.Life-saving
17.1A thorough knowledge of life-saving appliances and arrangements.
17.2A thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, musters and drills.
19.The FAO/ILO/IMO Code of Safety for Fishermen and Fishing Vessels
20.Methods for demonstration of proficiency
20.1Navigation
20.1.1Demonstrate the use of sextant, pelorus, azimuth mirror and ability to plot position, course and bearings.
20.2Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.
20.6Life-saving
20.6.1By handling of life-saving appliances, including the donning of lifejackets and, as appropriate, immersion suits.
Regulation
2
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in unlimited waters
Appendix to regulation 2
Minimum knowledge required for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in unlimited waters
1.The syllabus given below is compiled for examination of candidates for certification as officers in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in unlimited waters.
2.Celestial navigation
Ability to use a celestial body to determine compass errors.
3.Terrestrial and coastal navigation
4 Radar navigation
4.1Demonstrate using a radar simulator or, when not available, manoeuvring board knowledge of the fundamentals of radar and ability in the operation and use of radar, and in the interpretation and analysis of information obtained from the equipment,
3 including the following:
.1factors affecting performance and accuracy;
.2setting up and maintaining displays;
.3detection of misrepresentation of information, false echoes, sea return;
.4range and bearing;
.5identification of critical echoes;
.6course and speed of other ships;
.7time and distance of closest approach of crossing, meeting or overtaking ships;
.8detecting course and speed changes of other ships;
.9effect of changes in own vessel's course or speed or both; and
.10application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.
5.Watchkeeping
5.1Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, especially Annexes II and IV concerned with safe navigation.
5.2Demonstrate knowledge of the content of the Basic Principles to be Observed in Keeping a Navigational Watch as prescribed in chapter IV.
6.Electronic systems of position-fixing and navigation
Ability to determine the ship’s position by the use of electronic navigational aids to the satisfaction of the Party.
8.Magnetic and gyro-compasses
Care and use of compasses and associated equipment.
9.Communications
9.1General knowledge of the principles and basic factors necessary for the safe and efficient use of all sub-systems and equipment required by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
9.2Knowledge of navigational and meteorological warning systems and the selection of the appropriate communication circuits.
9.3Knowledge of the adverse effect of misuse of such communication equipment.
10.Fire prevention and fire-fighting appliances
10.1Knowledge of classes and chemistry of fire.
10.2Knowledge of fire-fighting systems and procedures.
10.3Participation in an approved fire-fighting course.
11.Life-saving
Ability to direct abandon ship drills and knowledge of the operations of life-saving appliances and their equipment, including the two-way radio-telephone apparatus. Survival at-sea techniques including participation in an approved survival at-sea course.
12.Emergency procedures and safe working practices for fishing vessel personnel
Knowledge of the items listed in the appropriate sections of the FAO/ILO/IMO Code of Safety for Fishermen and Fishing Vessels, part A, and in chapter VIII of the Annex to the 1993 Torremolinos Protocol.
13.Fishing vessel manoeuvring and handling
13.1Basic knowledge of manoeuvring and handling a fishing vessel, including the following:
.1berthing, unberthing, anchoring and manoeuvring alongside other vessels at sea;
.2manoeuvring during fishing operations with special regard to factors which could adversely affect the vessel's safety during such operations;
.3effects of wind, tide and current on ship handling;
.4manoeuvring in shallow water;
.5management of fishing vessels in heavy weather;
.6rescuing persons and assisting a ship or aircraft in distress;
.7towing and being towed;
.8man-overboard procedure; and
.9where applicable, practical measures to be taken when navigating in ice or in conditions of ice accretion on board the vessel.
14.Fishing vessel construction
General knowledge of the principal structural members of a vessel.
15.Vessel stability
Demonstrate ability to use stability data, stability and trim tables and pre-calculated operating conditions.
16.Catch handling and stowage
Knowledge of safe handling and stowage of catch and the effect of these factors on the safety of the vessel.
17.English language
Adequate knowledge of the English language enabling the officer to use charts and other nautical publications, to understand meteorological information and messages concerning ship’s safety and operation. Ability to understand and use the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases.
18.Medical aid
Knowledge of first aid procedures. Practical application of medical guides and advice by radio.
19.Search and rescue
Adequate knowledge of search and rescue procedures based on the Merchant Ship Search and Rescue Manual (MERSAR).
20.Prevention of pollution of the marine environment
Knowledge of the precautions to be observed to prevent pollution of the marine environment.
21.Methods to demonstrate proficiency
The Party shall prescribe methods for the demonstration of proficiency in relevant requirements of this appendix.
Regulation
3
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of skippers on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in limited waters
1.Every skipper on a fishing vessel of 24 metres in length and over operating in limited waters shall, unless they hold certificates issued in compliance with regulation 1, hold an appropriate certificate issued in compliance with at least the provisions of this regulation.
2.Every candidate for certification shall:
.1satisfy the Party as to medical fitness, particularly regarding eyesight and hearing;
.2meet the requirements for certification as an officer in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in limited or unlimited waters, and have approved seagoing service of not less than 12 months as an officer in charge of a navigational watch or skipper on fishing vessels of not less than 12 metres in length. However, a Party may allow the substitution of a period not exceeding six months of approved seagoing service as officer in charge of a navigational watch on merchant ships;
.3have passed an appropriate examination or examinations for the assessment of competency to the satisfaction of the Party. Such examination or examinations shall include the material set out in the appendix to this regulation.
3.The Party, bearing in mind the effect on the safety of all ships and structures which may be operating in the same limited waters, should consider the limited waters it has defined in accordance with the definition given in regulation I/1 and determine any additional material that should be included in the examination or examinations.
4.A candidate for examination who holds a valid certificate of competency issued in accordance with the provision of the
1978 STCW Convention need not be re-examined in those subjects listed in the appendix which were passed at a higher or equivalent level for issue of the Convention certificate.
Appendix to regulation 3
Minimum knowledge required for certification of skippers on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in limited waters
1.The syllabus given below is compiled for examination of candidates for certification as skippers on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in limited waters. Bearing in mind that the skipper has ultimate responsibility for the safety of the vessel and its crew at all times including during fishing operations, examination in these subjects shall be designed to test that the candidate has assimilated properly all available information that affects the safety of the vessel and its crew in accordance with the syllabus.
2.Navigation and position determination
2.1Voyage planning and navigation for all conditions:
.1by acceptable methods of determining tracks;
.2within restricted waters;
.3where applicable, in ice;
.4in restricted visibility;
.5where applicable, in traffic separation schemes; and
.6in areas affected by tides or currents.
2.2Position determination:
.1by terrestrial observations, including the ability to use bearings from landmarks and aids to navigation such as lighthouses, beacons and buoys in conjunction with appropriate charts, notices to mariners and other publications, and assessment of the accuracy of the resulting position fix; and
.2by using, to the satisfaction of the Party, modern ship electronic navigational aids as provided in the fishing vessels concerned.
3.Watchkeeping
3.1Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, especially Annexes II and IV concerned with safe navigation.
3.2Demonstrate knowledge of Basic Principles to be Observed in Keeping a Navigational Watch as prescribed in chapter IV.
4.Radar navigation
4.1The Party shall decide whether or not to incorporate the radar syllabus below in the general requirements for certification of skippers. If the Party decides not to include the syllabus in the general requirements, it shall ensure that the syllabus is taken into account for purposes of certification of skippers serving on vessels fitted with radar equipment and plying within limited waters.
4.2Demonstrate using a radar simulator or, when not available, manoeuvring board, knowledge of the fundamentals of radar and ability in the operation and use of radar, and in the interpretation and analysis of information obtained from the equipment,
4 including the following:
.1factors affecting performance and accuracy;
.2setting up and maintaining displays;
.3detection of misrepresentation of information, false echoes, sea return;
.4range and bearing;
.5identification of critical echoes;
.6course and speed of other ships;
.7time and distance of closest approach of crossing, meeting or overtaking ships;
.8detecting course and speed changes of other ships;
.9effect of changes in own vessel's course or speed or both; and
.10application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.
6.Meteorology and oceanography
6.1Knowledge of meteorological instruments and their application.
6.2Ability to apply meteorological information available.
6.3Knowledge of characteristics of various weather systems affecting the limited waters concerned, at the discretion of the Party.
6.4Knowledge of weather conditions affecting the limited waters concerned liable to endanger the vessel, at the discretion of the Party.
6.5Where applicable, ability to use appropriate navigational publications on tides and currents.
7.Fishing vessel manoeuvring and handling
7.1Manoeuvring and handling of a fishing vessel in all conditions including the following:
.1berthing, unberthing and anchor work under various conditions of wind and tide;
.2manoeuvring in shallow water;
.3management and handling of fishing vessels in heavy weather, including appropriate speed, particularly in following and quartering seas, assisting a ship or aircraft in distress, means of keeping an unmanageable vessel out of a sea trough and lessening drift;
.4manoeuvring the vessel during fishing operations with special regard to factors which could adversely affect the vessel's safety during such operations;
.5precautions in manoeuvring for launching rescue boats or survival craft in bad weather;
.6methods of taking on board survivors from rescue boats or survival craft;
.7where applicable, practical measures to be taken when navigating in ice or conditions of ice accretion on board the vessel;
.8where applicable, the use of, and manoeuvring in, traffic separation schemes;
.9the importance of navigating at reduced speed to avoid damage caused by own vessel’s bow or stern wave; and
.10transferring fish at sea to factory ships or other vessels.
8.Fishing vessel construction and stability
8.1General knowledge of the principal structural members of a vessel and the proper names of the various parts.
8.2Knowledge of the theories and factors affecting trim and stability and measures necessary to preserve safe trim and stability.
8.3Demonstrate ability to use stability data, stability and trim tables and pre-calculated operating conditions.
8.4Where applicable, knowledge of effects of free surfaces and ice accretion.
8.5Knowledge of effects of water on deck.
8.6Knowledge of the significance of weathertight and watertight integrity.
9.Catch handling and stowage
9.1The stowage and securing of catch on board vessels, including fishing gear.
9.2Loading and discharging operations, with special regard to heeling moments from gear and catch.
10.Fishing vessel power plants
10.1Operating principles of marine power plants in fishing vessels.
10.2Vessel's auxiliary machinery.
10.3General knowledge of marine engineering terms.
11.Fire prevention and fire-fighting appliances
11.1Organization of fire drills.
11.2Classes and chemistry of fire.
11.3Fire-fighting systems.
11.4Participation in an approved fire-fighting course.
11.5Knowledge of provisions concerning fire-fighting equipment.
12.Emergency procedures
12.1Precautions when beaching a vessel.
12.2Action to be taken prior to, and after, grounding.
12.3Action to be taken when the gear becomes fast to the ground or other obstruction.
12.4Floating a grounded vessel, with and without assistance.
12.5Action to be taken following a collision.
12.6Temporary plugging of leaks.
12.7Measures for the protection and safety of crew in emergencies.
12.8Limiting damage and salving the vessel following a fire or explosion.
12.9Abandoning ship.
12.10Emergency steering, rigging and use of jury steering and the means of rigging a jury rudder, where practicable.
12.11Rescuing persons from a ship in distress or from a wreck.
12.12Man-overboard procedures.
12.13.Towing and being towed.
13.Medical care
13.1Knowledge of first aid procedures. Practical application of medical guides and advice by radio.
13.2Practical application of medical guides and advice by radio, including the ability to take effective action based on such knowledge in the case of accidents or illnesses that are likely to occur on board the vessel.
14.Maritime law
14.1Taking into account the limited waters as defined by the Party, a knowledge of international maritime law as embodied in the international agreements and conventions as they affect the specific obligations and responsibilities of the skipper in the waters concerned, particularly those related to safety and the protection of the marine environment.
14.2The extent of knowledge of national maritime legislation is left to the discretion of the Party, but should include national arrangements for implementing applicable international agreements and conventions.
15.Life-saving
Knowledge of life-saving appliances provided on fishing vessels. Organization of abandon ship drills and the use of the equipment.
16.Search and rescue
Knowledge of search and rescue procedures.
17.The FAO/ILO/IMO Code of Safety for Fishermen and Fishing Vessels, Part A
Knowledge of such sections of the FAO/ILO/IMO Code of Safety for Fishermen and Fishing Vessels as may be required by the Party.
18.Methods for demonstration of proficiency
The Party shall prescribe appropriate methods for the demonstration of proficiency in relevant requirements of this appendix.
Regulation
4
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in limited waters
Appendix to regulation 4
Minimum knowledge required for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch on fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over operating in limited waters
Regulation
5
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers of fishing vessels powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or more
1.Every chief engineer officer and second engineer officer serving on a seagoing fishing vessel powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or more shall hold an appropriate certificate.
2.Every candidate for certification shall:
.1be not less than 18 years of age;
.2satisfy the Party as to medical fitness, including eyesight and hearing;
.3for certification as second engineer officer, have not less than 12 months approved seagoing service in the engine-room; however, this period may be reduced to not less than 6 months if the Party requires special training which it considers to be equivalent to the approved seagoing service it replaces;
.4for certification as chief engineer officer, have not less than 24 months approved seagoing service, of which not less than 12 months shall be served while qualified to serve as second engineer officer;
.5have participated in an approved practical fire-fighting course; and
.6have passed an appropriate examination for the assessment of competency to the satisfaction of the Party. Such examination shall include the material set out in the appendix to this regulation, except that the Party may vary the requirements for examination and seagoing service for officers of fishing vessels engaged in voyages in limited waters bearing in mind the power of the propulsion machinery and the effect on the safety of all fishing vessels which may be operating in the same waters.
3.Training to achieve the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical experience shall take into account relevant international regulations and recommendations.
4.The level of knowledge required under the different paragraphs of the appendix may be varied according to whether the certificate is being issued at chief engineer officer or second engineer officer level.
Appendix to regulation 5
Minimum knowledge required for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers of fishing vessels powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power and more
1.The syllabus given below is compiled for examination of candidates for certification as chief engineer officer or second engineer officer of fishing vessels powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or more. Bearing in mind that a second engineer officer will be in a position to assume the responsibilities of the chief engineer officer at any time, examination in these subjects shall be designed to test that the candidate has assimilated properly all available information that affects the safe operation of the fishing vessel's machinery.
2.With respect to paragraphs 3.4 and 4.1 below, the Party may omit knowledge requirements for types of propulsion machinery other than machinery installations for which the certificate to be awarded is to be valid. A certificate awarded on such a basis shall not be valid for any category of machinery installation which has been omitted until the engineer officer proves to be competent in these items to the satisfaction of the Party. Any such limitation shall be stated in the certificate.
3.Every candidate shall possess sufficient elementary theoretical knowledge to understand the basic principles involved in the following subjects:
.1combustion processes;
.2heat transmission;
.3mechanics and hydromechanics,
.5steering gear systems;
.6properties of fuels and lubricants;
.7properties of materials;
.8fire-extinguishing agents;
.9marine electrical equipment;
.10automation, instrumentation and control systems;
.11fishing vessel construction, including stability and damage control;
.12auxiliary systems; and
.13refrigeration systems.
4.Every candidate shall possess adequate practical knowledge in at least the following subjects:
.1operation and maintenance of, as appropriate:
.2operation and maintenance of auxiliary machinery systems, including steering gear systems;
.3operation, testing and maintenance of electrical and control equipment;
.4maintenance of catch handling equipment and deck machinery;
.5detection of machinery malfunction, location of faults and action to prevent damage;
.6organization of safe maintenance and repair procedures;
.7methods of, and aids for, fire prevention, detection and extinction;
.8regulations to be observed regarding operational or accidental pollution of the marine environment and methods and aids to prevent such pollution;
.9first aid related to injuries which might be expected in machinery spaces and use of first-aid equipment;
.10functions and use of life-saving appliances;
.11methods of damage control with specific reference to action to be taken in the event of flooding of seawater into the engine-room; and
.12safe working practices.
5.Every candidate shall possess a knowledge of international law as embodied in international agreements and conventions as they affect the specific obligations and responsibilities of the engine department, particularly those concerning safety and the protection of the marine environment. The extent of knowledge of national maritime legislation is left to the discretion of the Party, but shall include arrangements for implementing international agreements and conventions.
6.Every candidate shall possess a knowledge of personnel management, organization and training aboard fishing vessels.
Regulation
6
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of personnel in charge of or performing radiocommunication duties on board fishing vessels
Explanatory note
Mandatory provisions relating to radio watchkeeping are set forth in the Radio Regulations and the 1993 Torremolinos Protocol. Provisions for radio maintenance are set forth in the 1993 Torremolinos Protocol and the guidelines adopted by the Organization.6
Application
1.Except as provided in paragraph 2, the provisions of this regulation shall apply to personnel in charge of, or performing, radiocommunication duties on a vessel required by international agreement or national law to carry radio equipment using the frequencies and techniques of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
2.Personnel on vessels for which carriage of radio equipment is not compulsory under international agreements or national law are not required to meet the provisions of this regulation, but are nevertheless required to comply with the Radio Regulations. The Administration shall ensure that the appropriate certificates meeting the requirements of the Radio Regulations are issued or recognised in respect of such personnel.
Minimum requirements for certification of GMDSS radio personnel
1.Every person in charge of, or performing, radiocommunication duties on a vessel shall hold an appropriate certificate or certificates issued or recognised by the Administration under the provisions of the Radio Regulations.
2.The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification under this regulation shall be sufficient for radio personnel to carry out their radio duties safely and efficiently.
3.Every candidate for certification shall:
.1be not less than 18 years of age;
.2satisfy the Party as to medical fitness, particularly regarding eyesight and hearing; and
.3meet the requirements of the appendix to this regulation.
4.Every candidate for certification shall be required to pass an examination or examinations to the satisfaction of the Party.
5.For endorsement of all types of certificates issued under the provisions of the Radio Regulations as meeting the requirements of the Convention, the required knowledge, understanding and proficiency is given in the appendix to this regulation. In determining the appropriate level of knowledge and training the Party shall also take into account the relevant recommendations of the Organization.7
Appendix to regulation 6
Minimum additional knowledge and training requirements for GMDSS radio personnel
1.In addition to satisfying the requirements for the issue of a certificate in compliance with the Radio Regulations, every candidate for certification shall have knowledge of:
.1provision of radio services in emergencies;
.2search and rescue radiocommunications, including procedures in the Merchant Ship Searchand Rescue Manual (MERSAR);
.3The means to prevent the transmission of false distress alerts and the procedures to mitigate the effects of false distress alerts;
.4ship reporting systems;
.5radio medical services;
.6use of the International Code of Signals and the Standard Marine Communication Phrases; and
.7preventive measures for the safety of the vessel and personnel in connection with hazards related to radio equipment, including electrical and non-ionizing radiation hazards.
Regulation
7
Mandatory minimum requirements to ensure the continued proficiency and updating of knowledge for skippers, officers and engineer officers
1.Every skipper or officer holding a certificate who is serving at sea or intends to return to sea after a period ashore shall, in order to continue to qualify for seagoing service, be required at regular intervals not exceeding five years, to satisfy the Administration as to:
.1medical fitness, particularly regarding eyesight and hearing; and
.2seagoing service as skipper or officer of at least one year during the preceding five years; or
.3ability to perform fishing vessel operational duties relating to the duties appropriate to the grade of certificate held which are considered to be at least equivalent to the seagoing service required in paragraph 1.2, or by:
.3.1passing an approved test; or
.3.2successfully completing an approved course or course appropriate, for skippers and officers who are serving on fishing vessels, especially for re-entrants to seagoing service on these vessels; or
.3.3having completed approved seagoing service as an officer for a period of not less than three months on a fishing vessel in a supernumerary capacity, immediately prior to taking up the position for which the certificate is valid.
2.The refresher and updating courses required by this regulation shall be approved by the Administration and include the text of recent changes in international regulations concerning the safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment.
3.The Administration shall ensure that the texts of recent changes in international regulations concerning the safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment are made available to ships under its jurisdiction.
Regulation
8
Mandatory minimum requirements to ensure the continued proficiency and updating of knowledge for GMDSS radio personnel
1.Every GMDSS radio personnel holding a certificate or certificates issued or recognized by the Party shall, in order to continue to qualify for seagoing service, be required to satisfy the Party as to the following:
2.When new modes, equipment or practices are to become mandatory aboard vessels entitled to fly the flag of a Party, the Party may require GMDSS radio personnel to pass an approved test or successfully complete an appropriate training course or courses, at sea or ashore, with particular reference to safety duties.
3.The Administration shall ensure that the texts of recent changes in international regulations relating to radiocommunications and relevant to the safety of life at sea are available to ships entitled to fly its flag.